Planning Policy

I thank my hon. Friend for giving way to someone who represents the New Forest—““new”” in that it dates from the 11th century, post William the Conqueror's invasion, as I am sure my hon. Friend is aware. Can he throw any light on why the Government, who appear to want to house extra people in the south-east or other parts of the country by cramming people into existing towns or cities, instead of building new towns or cities? Is that sensible planning or does it relate to electoral manipulation?